Our Association
Welcome to the North Queensland Potters Association!
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NQPA is a dedicated group of potters who work together to form a not-for-profit association in Townsville.
Our aim is to promote pottery throughout North QLD and act as a catalyst for the pottery community in the region. Our studio at 15 Flowers Street, Railway Estate, is well-equipped and provides a creative environment where members and students pottery skills are nurtured.
Please browse our classes and services in the tabs above and feel free to contact us for further information.
We love welcoming new students and members to our association!
The Studio
Our lovely studio is well-equipped for both wheel-throwing and handbuilding and boasts a range of both electric and gas kilns. The studio spans both indoor and outdoor space allowing for various outdoor firing such as raku and soda firings. Members have access to the studio and an extensive resource library, with books available to borrow. Members may also sell their pottery in our shop and will receive a monthly newsletter.
Equipment includes:
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13 Venco wheels
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Large slab roller
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3 gas kilns
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3 electric kilns
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multiple work stations
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2 extruders
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and more...
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The committee
NQ Potters Association Committee
2025-2026
Committee members:
President:
Vice President:
Secretary:
Assistant Secretary:
Treasurer:
Assistant Treasurer:
General Members:​​
Margaret Crawford
Edward O'Brien
Nathan Mark
Denine Mark
Susan Hatherall
Louise Watson
Daniel White
Fiona Banner​
Susie Renton
Sub-committee members:
Shop Keepers:
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Librarian:
Keeper of the Kilns:
Clay Supplies:
Newsletter:
Social Media:
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Collection:​
Louise Vella-Cox
Charlotte Johansson
Bronte Wicks
Vey Wicks
Louise Watson
Mark Luton
Daniel White
Denine Mark
Megan Marano
Abbey Bryce
Charlotte Johansson
Vacant